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RESOURCES FOR MUSICIANS AND MUSIC INDUSTRY WORKERS
MusiCares
MusiCares helps the humans behind music because music gives so much to the world. Offering preventive, emergency, and recovery programs, MusiCares is a safety net supporting the health and welfare of the music community.
MusiCares helps the humans behind music because music gives so much to the world. Offering preventive, emergency, and recovery programs, MusiCares is a safety net supporting the health and welfare of the music community.
Entertainment Community Fund
The Entertainment Community Fund fosters stability and resiliency, and provides a safety net for performing arts and entertainment professionals over their lifespan.
The Entertainment Community Fund fosters stability and resiliency, and provides a safety net for performing arts and entertainment professionals over their lifespan.
Musicians Foundation
Musicians Foundation provides financial grants to professional musicians that help pay essential bills, like medical and dental treatments, rents and mortgages, and utilities.
Musicians Foundation provides financial grants to professional musicians that help pay essential bills, like medical and dental treatments, rents and mortgages, and utilities.
Robe Backstage
Robe Backstage helps designers, technicians, and roadies working in the entertainment lighting industry who are facing financial challenges due to serious illness, injury or mandated work stoppage.
Robe Backstage helps designers, technicians, and roadies working in the entertainment lighting industry who are facing financial challenges due to serious illness, injury or mandated work stoppage.
The Opry Trust Fund
The Opry Trust Fund provides financial assistance in times of extraordinary need, emergency or catastrophe to individuals who are or have been employed full-time in a facet of the country music industry (i.e., performer, songwriter, publisher, radio, session musician, etc.).
Jazz Foundation
The Jazz Foundation of America works to prevent homelessness through housing assistance, keeps artists healthy with pro bono medical care, and provides financial support that keeps the lights on and food on the table.
The Opry Trust Fund provides financial assistance in times of extraordinary need, emergency or catastrophe to individuals who are or have been employed full-time in a facet of the country music industry (i.e., performer, songwriter, publisher, radio, session musician, etc.).
Jazz Foundation
The Jazz Foundation of America works to prevent homelessness through housing assistance, keeps artists healthy with pro bono medical care, and provides financial support that keeps the lights on and food on the table.
SAG-AFTRA - Emergency Financial Assistance Fund
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation offers critical financial assistance programs for eligible SAG-AFTRA members experiencing urgent financial need due to a life crisis.
Musicians Lifeline
The mission of Musicians Lifeline is to support and provide charitable assistance to all types of music industry professionals located in the greater New England region who are struggling to maintain their livelihoods.
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation offers critical financial assistance programs for eligible SAG-AFTRA members experiencing urgent financial need due to a life crisis.
Musicians Lifeline
The mission of Musicians Lifeline is to support and provide charitable assistance to all types of music industry professionals located in the greater New England region who are struggling to maintain their livelihoods.
Episcopal Actors' Guild
The mission of the Episcopal Actors' Guild is to provide emergency aid and support to professional performers of all faiths and none who are undergoing financial crisis.
The Puffin Foundation
The Puffin Foundation, Ltd. seeks to open the doors of artistic expression by providing grants to artists and art organizations who are often excluded from mainstream opportunities due to their identities or social philosophies.
The mission of the Episcopal Actors' Guild is to provide emergency aid and support to professional performers of all faiths and none who are undergoing financial crisis.
The Puffin Foundation
The Puffin Foundation, Ltd. seeks to open the doors of artistic expression by providing grants to artists and art organizations who are often excluded from mainstream opportunities due to their identities or social philosophies.
Sweet Relief's Mental Health Fund
The Mental Health Fund at Sweet Relief provides financial assistance to musicians and music industry professionals who are struggling with mental health challenges.
The Mental Health Fund at Sweet Relief provides financial assistance to musicians and music industry professionals who are struggling with mental health challenges.
Backline
Backline connects music industry professionals and their families with mental health and wellness resources.
The Music Industry Mental Health Program & Fund (Music Health Alliance)
The Music Industry Mental Health Program & Fund launched in partnership with Universal Music Group to provide a comprehensive range of high-quality outpatient mental health resources for music industry professionals nationwide.
SIMS Foundation
The SIMS Foundation provides mental health and substance use recovery services and supports for musicians, music industry professionals, and their dependent family members.
Music Industry Therapist Collective
MITC provides access to high-quality specialist psychotherapy to those working within the music industry.
Backline connects music industry professionals and their families with mental health and wellness resources.
The Music Industry Mental Health Program & Fund (Music Health Alliance)
The Music Industry Mental Health Program & Fund launched in partnership with Universal Music Group to provide a comprehensive range of high-quality outpatient mental health resources for music industry professionals nationwide.
SIMS Foundation
The SIMS Foundation provides mental health and substance use recovery services and supports for musicians, music industry professionals, and their dependent family members.
Music Industry Therapist Collective
MITC provides access to high-quality specialist psychotherapy to those working within the music industry.
ASCAP
As an ASCAP member, you get an exclusive package of benefits designed to make your life as a music professional a little bit easier.
American Federation of Musicians
The AFM safeguards musicians’ rights at work by negotiating and enforcing contracts for higher wages and better working conditions, protecting intellectual property and restricting the misuse of artificial intelligence in music, empowering musicians to have a voice in their workplaces, and defending musicians against abuse, including unfair treatment and dismissal.
As an ASCAP member, you get an exclusive package of benefits designed to make your life as a music professional a little bit easier.
American Federation of Musicians
The AFM safeguards musicians’ rights at work by negotiating and enforcing contracts for higher wages and better working conditions, protecting intellectual property and restricting the misuse of artificial intelligence in music, empowering musicians to have a voice in their workplaces, and defending musicians against abuse, including unfair treatment and dismissal.
Association of Performing Arts Professionals (APAP)
The Association of Performing Arts Professionals (APAP) is the national service, advocacy and membership organization for the performing arts presenting, booking and touring field.
Creative Capital
We uplift innovative artists with unrestricted project grants, professional development, and community-building services to foster thriving careers.
New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA)
NYFA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit service organization that offers in-person and virtual arts programs, services, and opportunities, tailored to the needs of our creative community.
The Association of Performing Arts Professionals (APAP) is the national service, advocacy and membership organization for the performing arts presenting, booking and touring field.
Creative Capital
We uplift innovative artists with unrestricted project grants, professional development, and community-building services to foster thriving careers.
New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA)
NYFA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit service organization that offers in-person and virtual arts programs, services, and opportunities, tailored to the needs of our creative community.
Music Health Alliance
At Music Health Alliance, our mission is to #HealTheMusic by providing access to healthcare by removing barriers, finding solutions, and restoring health and hope for music industry professionals nationwide.
Artists Health Insurance Resource Center
Working from our offices in New York and Los Angeles, our experienced staff provides health insurance counseling nationwide.
Chicago Loop Dentistry
Finding a trusted dentist in Chicago who combines advanced technology with personalized care can transform your oral health journey. They offer flat-fee rates and discounts for music industry professionals.
At Music Health Alliance, our mission is to #HealTheMusic by providing access to healthcare by removing barriers, finding solutions, and restoring health and hope for music industry professionals nationwide.
Artists Health Insurance Resource Center
Working from our offices in New York and Los Angeles, our experienced staff provides health insurance counseling nationwide.
Chicago Loop Dentistry
Finding a trusted dentist in Chicago who combines advanced technology with personalized care can transform your oral health journey. They offer flat-fee rates and discounts for music industry professionals.
Sweet Relief's Natural Disaster Relief Fund
Sweet Relief Musicians Fund is here to provide immediate financial assistance to music industry professionals impacted by natural disasters. Applications will be taken during a short stretch of time surrounding the disaster.
SAF-AFTRA Disaster Relief Fund
Our Disaster Relief Fund is dedicated to addressing the most dire needs of SAG-AFTRA members impacted by government-declared natural disasters.
Sweet Relief Musicians Fund is here to provide immediate financial assistance to music industry professionals impacted by natural disasters. Applications will be taken during a short stretch of time surrounding the disaster.
SAF-AFTRA Disaster Relief Fund
Our Disaster Relief Fund is dedicated to addressing the most dire needs of SAG-AFTRA members impacted by government-declared natural disasters.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
These resources are for anyone in need, not just music industry workers.
These resources are for anyone in need, not just music industry workers.
Rethinking Drinking
For anyone who drinks, this site offers valuable, research-based information. What do you think about taking a look at your drinking habits and how they may affect your health? Rethinking Drinking can help you learn more.
FindTreatment.gov
A confidential and anonymous resource for persons seeking treatment for mental and substance use disorders in the United States and its territories.
Alcoholics Anonymous
A.A. has been helping alcoholics recover for more than 80 years. A.A.'s program of recovery is built on the simple foundation of one alcoholic sharing with another.
Al-Anon/Alateen
The purpose of Al-Anon is to help families of alcoholics by practicing the Twelve Steps. This site explains how to find Al-Anon meetings, and what to expect at meal-anon.org/etings.
Cocaine Anonymous
The Cocaine Anonymous website describes the organization, and has a database of contact information and websites to locate meetings across the country.
Crystal Meth Anonymous
CMA is a 12-step program for those in recovery from addiction to crystal meth. This site has a national directory of meetings.
Marijuana Anonymous
Marijuana Anonymous uses the basic 12 Steps of Recovery founded by Alcoholics Anonymous. This site has a meeting finder for most states.
Nar-Anon
Nar-Anon is a twelve-step program designed to help relatives and friends of addicts recover from the effects of living with an addicted person. Click on 'Nar-Anon Groups' to find local meetings.
Narcotics Anonymous
The Narcotics Anonymous has basic information about the organization, downloadable handbooks and a national events calendar. Click on 'Regional and Area Links' to find local meetings.
National Association for Children of Alcoholics
NACoA advocates for all children and families affected by alcoholism and other drug dependencies. This site has facts, advice and a list of resources for children.
For anyone who drinks, this site offers valuable, research-based information. What do you think about taking a look at your drinking habits and how they may affect your health? Rethinking Drinking can help you learn more.
FindTreatment.gov
A confidential and anonymous resource for persons seeking treatment for mental and substance use disorders in the United States and its territories.
Alcoholics Anonymous
A.A. has been helping alcoholics recover for more than 80 years. A.A.'s program of recovery is built on the simple foundation of one alcoholic sharing with another.
Al-Anon/Alateen
The purpose of Al-Anon is to help families of alcoholics by practicing the Twelve Steps. This site explains how to find Al-Anon meetings, and what to expect at meal-anon.org/etings.
Cocaine Anonymous
The Cocaine Anonymous website describes the organization, and has a database of contact information and websites to locate meetings across the country.
Crystal Meth Anonymous
CMA is a 12-step program for those in recovery from addiction to crystal meth. This site has a national directory of meetings.
Marijuana Anonymous
Marijuana Anonymous uses the basic 12 Steps of Recovery founded by Alcoholics Anonymous. This site has a meeting finder for most states.
Nar-Anon
Nar-Anon is a twelve-step program designed to help relatives and friends of addicts recover from the effects of living with an addicted person. Click on 'Nar-Anon Groups' to find local meetings.
Narcotics Anonymous
The Narcotics Anonymous has basic information about the organization, downloadable handbooks and a national events calendar. Click on 'Regional and Area Links' to find local meetings.
National Association for Children of Alcoholics
NACoA advocates for all children and families affected by alcoholism and other drug dependencies. This site has facts, advice and a list of resources for children.
Indeed
Indeed is a search engine that allows you browse and compare jobs by industry.
JobHero
JobHero has a lot of great career-related information including guidance on how to create the perfect resume.
LinkedIn
LinkedIn is the world's largest professional network with more than
900 million members in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide.
Craigslist
Craigslist lists jobs in various disciplines.
Canva Resume Builder
With Canva’s free resume builder, applying for your dream job is easy and fast. Choose from hundreds of free, designer-made templates and customize them within a few clicks.
Kickstarter
Kickstarter campaigns make ideas into reality. It’s where creators share new visions for creative work with the communities that will come together to fund them.
Ko-Fi
Ko-fi gives you the tools to earn money directly from the people who love your work.
Indeed is a search engine that allows you browse and compare jobs by industry.
JobHero
JobHero has a lot of great career-related information including guidance on how to create the perfect resume.
LinkedIn is the world's largest professional network with more than
900 million members in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide.
Craigslist
Craigslist lists jobs in various disciplines.
Canva Resume Builder
With Canva’s free resume builder, applying for your dream job is easy and fast. Choose from hundreds of free, designer-made templates and customize them within a few clicks.
Kickstarter
Kickstarter campaigns make ideas into reality. It’s where creators share new visions for creative work with the communities that will come together to fund them.
Ko-Fi
Ko-fi gives you the tools to earn money directly from the people who love your work.
Connections for Children
Connections for Children is a non-profit Child Care Resource and Referral agency serving parents, child care providers, and educators.
Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&Rs)
Child Care Resource & Referral organizations help families find child care and assist child care providers with resources for their business.
Boys Town
Boys Town offers a vast library of parenting information and articles developed over many decades by our child behavior experts.
Parents League of New York
As the public face of private education in New York—and the only nonprofit of its kind—PLNY is a collaborative community of expert educators, schools, health and wellness specialists, community based organizations, and volunteers in New York and beyond.
NACoA
NACoA gives those who touch children’s lives daily the training and tools needed to help them see the pain and confusion of struggling children and respond appropriately both systemically in their professions and personally with understanding hearts. In a word, our programs give a voice to impacted children who suffer in silence each day.
Postpartum Support International (PSI)
1 in 5 Moms and 1 in 10 Dads suffer from postpartum depression. We provide direct peer support to families, train professionals, and provide a bridge to connect them.
Connections for Children is a non-profit Child Care Resource and Referral agency serving parents, child care providers, and educators.
Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&Rs)
Child Care Resource & Referral organizations help families find child care and assist child care providers with resources for their business.
Boys Town
Boys Town offers a vast library of parenting information and articles developed over many decades by our child behavior experts.
Parents League of New York
As the public face of private education in New York—and the only nonprofit of its kind—PLNY is a collaborative community of expert educators, schools, health and wellness specialists, community based organizations, and volunteers in New York and beyond.
NACoA
NACoA gives those who touch children’s lives daily the training and tools needed to help them see the pain and confusion of struggling children and respond appropriately both systemically in their professions and personally with understanding hearts. In a word, our programs give a voice to impacted children who suffer in silence each day.
Postpartum Support International (PSI)
1 in 5 Moms and 1 in 10 Dads suffer from postpartum depression. We provide direct peer support to families, train professionals, and provide a bridge to connect them.
National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC)
The National Foundation for Credit Counseling offers education and solutions that ensure better financial futures for all.
Free Annual Credit Report
A credit report contains information that will affect your ability to get a loan, and that can help guard against identity theft. Everyone is entitled to a free report annually.
FTC Consumer Advice
What to know about your credit history, using credit and debit cards, managing your debt, and debt collection..
USA.Gov - Identity Theft
How to protect yourself against identity theft and respond if it happens.
The National Foundation for Credit Counseling offers education and solutions that ensure better financial futures for all.
Free Annual Credit Report
A credit report contains information that will affect your ability to get a loan, and that can help guard against identity theft. Everyone is entitled to a free report annually.
FTC Consumer Advice
What to know about your credit history, using credit and debit cards, managing your debt, and debt collection..
USA.Gov - Identity Theft
How to protect yourself against identity theft and respond if it happens.
DisasterAssistance.gov
The Disaster Assistance Improvement Program’s (DAIP) mission is to provide disaster survivors with information, support, services, and a means to access and apply for disaster assistance through joint data-sharing efforts between federal, tribal, state, local, and private sector partners.
FEMA Individual Disaster Assistance
FEMA Disaster Assistance can help support your recovery from a major disaster. If you're ready to apply now for disaster assistance or would like more information on the types of assistance available, please click the link above.
Red Cross Disaster Relief
From small house fires to multi-state natural disasters, the American Red Cross goes wherever we’re needed, so people can have clean water, safe shelter and hot meals when they need them most.
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
The Disaster Resource Center provides information on how to prepare, recover and build long-term resilience during disasters and emergencies.
The Disaster Assistance Improvement Program’s (DAIP) mission is to provide disaster survivors with information, support, services, and a means to access and apply for disaster assistance through joint data-sharing efforts between federal, tribal, state, local, and private sector partners.
FEMA Individual Disaster Assistance
FEMA Disaster Assistance can help support your recovery from a major disaster. If you're ready to apply now for disaster assistance or would like more information on the types of assistance available, please click the link above.
Red Cross Disaster Relief
From small house fires to multi-state natural disasters, the American Red Cross goes wherever we’re needed, so people can have clean water, safe shelter and hot meals when they need them most.
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
The Disaster Resource Center provides information on how to prepare, recover and build long-term resilience during disasters and emergencies.
National Center for Learning Disabilities
The National Center for Learning Disabilities partners with educators, students, families, and young adults to advance innovative research and advocate for equitable policies that address systemic barriers in schools, workplaces, and communities.
Fastweb
Fastweb is a free scholarship search platform that connects students to college scholarships, trade school scholarships, and financial aid news and resources.
U.S. Department of Education FSA
FSA, an office of the U.S. Department of Education (ED), is the largest provider of student financial aid in the nation. At FSA, we help make postsecondary education possible for more than 9.9 million students each year.
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation’s scholarship programs are designed to encourage and support outstanding students who work hard and have financial need. Our scholarships provide financial assistance and academic support to high school, undergraduate, and graduate students.
Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Foundation's John L. Dales Scholarship Fund
The SAG Foundation's John L. Dales Scholarship Fund provides SAG members and their children pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree.
PBS Learning Media
ThinkTV and PBS have curated FREE, curriculum-aligned videos, interactives, lesson plans, and more for teachers.
The National Center for Learning Disabilities partners with educators, students, families, and young adults to advance innovative research and advocate for equitable policies that address systemic barriers in schools, workplaces, and communities.
Fastweb
Fastweb is a free scholarship search platform that connects students to college scholarships, trade school scholarships, and financial aid news and resources.
U.S. Department of Education FSA
FSA, an office of the U.S. Department of Education (ED), is the largest provider of student financial aid in the nation. At FSA, we help make postsecondary education possible for more than 9.9 million students each year.
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation’s scholarship programs are designed to encourage and support outstanding students who work hard and have financial need. Our scholarships provide financial assistance and academic support to high school, undergraduate, and graduate students.
Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Foundation's John L. Dales Scholarship Fund
The SAG Foundation's John L. Dales Scholarship Fund provides SAG members and their children pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree.
PBS Learning Media
ThinkTV and PBS have curated FREE, curriculum-aligned videos, interactives, lesson plans, and more for teachers.
SAG-AFTRA
SAG-AFTRA members are the faces and voices that entertain and inform America and the world. With national offices in Los Angeles and New York, and local offices nationwide, SAG-AFTRA members work together to secure the strongest protections for media artists into the 21st century and beyond.
Entertainment Community Fund
Founded in 1882, the Entertainment Community Fund is a national human services organization here to meet the needs of our entertainment community with a unique understanding of the challenges involved in a life in the arts.
Dramatists Guild Fund
The Fund provides confidential grants to professional dramatists experiencing personal hardships such as health-related problems or the temporary loss of income. Recipients need not be Dramatists Guild members.
Episcopal Actors' Guild of America
The Emergency Aid and Relief Program gives grants to professional performing artists in emergency situations or crises. Grants are given only after the applicant's needs have not been substantially met by their parent union or The Actors Fund, and/or other charitable organizations.
Directors Guild Foundation
The DGA provides confidential loans to members who are facing short term financial hardship.
Writers Guild of America
The Good & Welfare Fund provides temporary assistance to WGA members experiencing financial stress in emergency situations. Loans are intended to assist in the procurement of life necessities.
Association of Performing Arts Professionals
APAP, the Association of Performing Arts Professionals (formerly Association of Performing Arts Presenters) is the national service, advocacy and membership organization for presenters of the performing arts. APAP is dedicated to developing and supporting a robust performing arts industry and the professionals who work within it.
Creative Capital
Creative Capital provides support to artists who pursue innovation in form and/or content in the performing and visual arts, film and video, and in emerging fields.
The NAMM Foundation
Mission Statement: Advancing active participation in music making across the lifespan by supporting scientific research, philanthropic giving and public service programs from the international music products industry and providing a museum to display historical treasures in music.
The Puffin Foundation
The Puffin Foundation, Ltd. seeks to open the doors of artistic expression by providing grants to artists and art organizations who are often excluded from mainstream opportunities due to their identities or social philosophies.
SAG-AFTRA members are the faces and voices that entertain and inform America and the world. With national offices in Los Angeles and New York, and local offices nationwide, SAG-AFTRA members work together to secure the strongest protections for media artists into the 21st century and beyond.
Entertainment Community Fund
Founded in 1882, the Entertainment Community Fund is a national human services organization here to meet the needs of our entertainment community with a unique understanding of the challenges involved in a life in the arts.
Dramatists Guild Fund
The Fund provides confidential grants to professional dramatists experiencing personal hardships such as health-related problems or the temporary loss of income. Recipients need not be Dramatists Guild members.
Episcopal Actors' Guild of America
The Emergency Aid and Relief Program gives grants to professional performing artists in emergency situations or crises. Grants are given only after the applicant's needs have not been substantially met by their parent union or The Actors Fund, and/or other charitable organizations.
Directors Guild Foundation
The DGA provides confidential loans to members who are facing short term financial hardship.
Writers Guild of America
The Good & Welfare Fund provides temporary assistance to WGA members experiencing financial stress in emergency situations. Loans are intended to assist in the procurement of life necessities.
Association of Performing Arts Professionals
APAP, the Association of Performing Arts Professionals (formerly Association of Performing Arts Presenters) is the national service, advocacy and membership organization for presenters of the performing arts. APAP is dedicated to developing and supporting a robust performing arts industry and the professionals who work within it.
Creative Capital
Creative Capital provides support to artists who pursue innovation in form and/or content in the performing and visual arts, film and video, and in emerging fields.
The NAMM Foundation
Mission Statement: Advancing active participation in music making across the lifespan by supporting scientific research, philanthropic giving and public service programs from the international music products industry and providing a museum to display historical treasures in music.
The Puffin Foundation
The Puffin Foundation, Ltd. seeks to open the doors of artistic expression by providing grants to artists and art organizations who are often excluded from mainstream opportunities due to their identities or social philosophies.
Why Hunger
WhyHunger connects people in need to food programs and services in their community, and supports grassroots solutions that inspire self-reliance and community empowerment.
Feeding America
Feeding America works to get nourishing food – from farmers, manufacturers, and retailers – to people in need. At the same time, we also seek to help our neighbors build a path to a brighter, food-secure future.
Meals on Wheels America
Our network includes more than 5,000 independent community-based providers across the country. They deliver nutritious meals and moments of connection to those who need it most.
WhyHunger connects people in need to food programs and services in their community, and supports grassroots solutions that inspire self-reliance and community empowerment.
Feeding America
Feeding America works to get nourishing food – from farmers, manufacturers, and retailers – to people in need. At the same time, we also seek to help our neighbors build a path to a brighter, food-secure future.
Meals on Wheels America
Our network includes more than 5,000 independent community-based providers across the country. They deliver nutritious meals and moments of connection to those who need it most.
USA.gov - Facing Financial Hardship Guide
Learn how to apply for government programs to help with food, bills, housing, and more.
Grants.gov
Explore federal grant opportunities with their enhanced, user-friendly search.
Learn how to apply for government programs to help with food, bills, housing, and more.
Grants.gov
Explore federal grant opportunities with their enhanced, user-friendly search.
The Phyllis Newman Women's Health Initiative (PNWHI)
PNWHI was created to address the many concerns women face when dealing with a serious medical condition. PNWHI social workers help women negotiate the steps that follow a serious medical diagnosis.
Nutrition.gov
Learn about the health benefits of physical activity, and find resources like exercise logs, planners, and examples to help you stay consistent over time.
CDC: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
CDC is the nation's leading science-based, data-driven, service organization that protects the public's health. CDC works 24/7 to protect America from health, safety and security threats, both foreign and in the U.S.
CancerCare
Cancer Care provides limited grants to individuals for certain expenses related to treatment.
HealthCare.gov
Find health insurance through Healthcare.org
Insurance for Freelancers
Freelancers Union is the largest and fast-growing organization representing the 56.7 million independent workers across the country. We provide our 500,000+ members a powerful support system and voice through policy advocacy, benefits, resources and community.
PNWHI was created to address the many concerns women face when dealing with a serious medical condition. PNWHI social workers help women negotiate the steps that follow a serious medical diagnosis.
Nutrition.gov
Learn about the health benefits of physical activity, and find resources like exercise logs, planners, and examples to help you stay consistent over time.
CDC: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
CDC is the nation's leading science-based, data-driven, service organization that protects the public's health. CDC works 24/7 to protect America from health, safety and security threats, both foreign and in the U.S.
CancerCare
Cancer Care provides limited grants to individuals for certain expenses related to treatment.
HealthCare.gov
Find health insurance through Healthcare.org
Insurance for Freelancers
Freelancers Union is the largest and fast-growing organization representing the 56.7 million independent workers across the country. We provide our 500,000+ members a powerful support system and voice through policy advocacy, benefits, resources and community.
Affordable & Low-income Housing
Find affordable rentals & housing options for low income families and individuals
Find Affordable Rental Housing
Learn about government programs that help low-income people find affordable rental housing. Each of the programs - subsidized housing, public housing, and housing choice vouchers - is different. Get the details on how they work, who is eligible, and how to apply.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is a movement of people in your local area and around the world, working together to build more prosperous and vibrant communities by making sure everyone has a safe, affordable place to call home.
Covenant House
If you or a friend are a young person on the streets or are in danger in any way, Covenant House can provide immediate assistance.
Find affordable rentals & housing options for low income families and individuals
Find Affordable Rental Housing
Learn about government programs that help low-income people find affordable rental housing. Each of the programs - subsidized housing, public housing, and housing choice vouchers - is different. Get the details on how they work, who is eligible, and how to apply.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is a movement of people in your local area and around the world, working together to build more prosperous and vibrant communities by making sure everyone has a safe, affordable place to call home.
Covenant House
If you or a friend are a young person on the streets or are in danger in any way, Covenant House can provide immediate assistance.
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income disability programs provide assistance to people with disabilities. Provided by the Social Security Administration, this page incorporates details about their programs, a Benefits Eligibility Screening Tool and applications for social security benefits for adults and children with disabilities.
PAN Foundation
We accelerate access to affordable, equitable healthcare through financial assistance, advocacy, and education.
American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society website has information on learning about cancer, preparing for and coping with treatment, and providing support during treatment for patients and survivors of cancer, for family and friends of patients, and for the general public.
Livestrong
For decades, Livestrong has been dedicated to making life easier for cancer survivors—whether they have just been diagnosed or are years into their journey. We provide answers you can trust, a network of verified sources, tools to arm yourself with knowledge, and countless other resources to prepare and empower.
CancerCare
We offer limited financial assistance for cancer-related costs and co-pays, and our professional oncology social workers can help you find additional resources.
The Wellness Community (TWC)
TWC provides free emotional support, education and hope to people with cancer and their loved ones. This site has links to all regional Wellness Communities, which host support groups, programs and activities.
Mesothelioma.net
Pleural Mesothelioma is a rare lung cancer that is caused by exposure to a fibrous substance known as asbestos that affects the lives of thousands each year. Mesothelioma.net provides patients with treatment information, 24/7 online support, financial aid, and more.
Cleaning for a Reason Foundation
This nonprofit organization offers free professional housecleaning and maid services to improve the lives of women undergoing treatment for cancer.
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income disability programs provide assistance to people with disabilities. Provided by the Social Security Administration, this page incorporates details about their programs, a Benefits Eligibility Screening Tool and applications for social security benefits for adults and children with disabilities.
PAN Foundation
We accelerate access to affordable, equitable healthcare through financial assistance, advocacy, and education.
American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society website has information on learning about cancer, preparing for and coping with treatment, and providing support during treatment for patients and survivors of cancer, for family and friends of patients, and for the general public.
Livestrong
For decades, Livestrong has been dedicated to making life easier for cancer survivors—whether they have just been diagnosed or are years into their journey. We provide answers you can trust, a network of verified sources, tools to arm yourself with knowledge, and countless other resources to prepare and empower.
CancerCare
We offer limited financial assistance for cancer-related costs and co-pays, and our professional oncology social workers can help you find additional resources.
The Wellness Community (TWC)
TWC provides free emotional support, education and hope to people with cancer and their loved ones. This site has links to all regional Wellness Communities, which host support groups, programs and activities.
Mesothelioma.net
Pleural Mesothelioma is a rare lung cancer that is caused by exposure to a fibrous substance known as asbestos that affects the lives of thousands each year. Mesothelioma.net provides patients with treatment information, 24/7 online support, financial aid, and more.
Cleaning for a Reason Foundation
This nonprofit organization offers free professional housecleaning and maid services to improve the lives of women undergoing treatment for cancer.
Workers Compensation
The Workers' Compensation website provides information for employees, employers, insurers, and medical providers about workmans' compensation benefits and work-related injuries and illnesses.
The Legal Services Corporation (LSC)
LSC is an independent nonprofit established by Congress in 1974 to provide financial support for civil legal aid to low-income Americans. The Corporation currently provides funding to 130 independent nonprofit legal aid organizations in every state, the District of Columbia, and U.S. Territories.
LawHelp (Pro Bono Net)
LawHelp is a program of Pro Bono Net, a national nonprofit dedicated to bringing the power of the law to all. LawHelp.org was created to help people without lawyers understand their rights, make informed decisions and connect to help in your local community.
The Workers' Compensation website provides information for employees, employers, insurers, and medical providers about workmans' compensation benefits and work-related injuries and illnesses.
The Legal Services Corporation (LSC)
LSC is an independent nonprofit established by Congress in 1974 to provide financial support for civil legal aid to low-income Americans. The Corporation currently provides funding to 130 independent nonprofit legal aid organizations in every state, the District of Columbia, and U.S. Territories.
LawHelp (Pro Bono Net)
LawHelp is a program of Pro Bono Net, a national nonprofit dedicated to bringing the power of the law to all. LawHelp.org was created to help people without lawyers understand their rights, make informed decisions and connect to help in your local community.
National Consumer Law Center (NCLC)- Find a Car Program
NCLC has a long list of organizations that work to ensure that low-wage working families are able to get a car in order to find and keep a job.
Charity Cars
Established in 1996, The Original 1-800-Charity Cars, 800CharityCars.org (Charity Cars, Inc. DBA: Free Charity Cars), is a 501(C) (3) non-profit charity with its stated mission “To engage in activities that will uplift humanity”. The organization’s main focus is to provide free donated vehicles to struggling families to assist them in their transition from dependency to self-sufficiency.
Mercy Medical Angels
Mercy Medical Angels coordinates free airline tickets for missions over 600 miles and negotiates low-cost air ambulance service for individuals and families who are in need of this service.
Corporate Angel Network (CAN)
Corporate Angel Network is the only charitable organization whose sole mission is to transport cancer patients to the hospital at which they need to be in order to receive a specialized form of treatment
NCLC has a long list of organizations that work to ensure that low-wage working families are able to get a car in order to find and keep a job.
Charity Cars
Established in 1996, The Original 1-800-Charity Cars, 800CharityCars.org (Charity Cars, Inc. DBA: Free Charity Cars), is a 501(C) (3) non-profit charity with its stated mission “To engage in activities that will uplift humanity”. The organization’s main focus is to provide free donated vehicles to struggling families to assist them in their transition from dependency to self-sufficiency.
Mercy Medical Angels
Mercy Medical Angels coordinates free airline tickets for missions over 600 miles and negotiates low-cost air ambulance service for individuals and families who are in need of this service.
Corporate Angel Network (CAN)
Corporate Angel Network is the only charitable organization whose sole mission is to transport cancer patients to the hospital at which they need to be in order to receive a specialized form of treatment
AARP
AARP serves older adults, ages 50 and above, by providing information on topics like health, aging, and employment; by advocating on this community's personal, legislative, and legal issues; and by providing a wealth of services to their members, ranging from a driver safety program to member discounts, to help with independent living and end-of-life issues.
Administration for Community Living
The Administration for Community Living was created around the fundamental principle that older adults and people of all ages with disabilities should be able to live where they choose, with the people they choose, and with the ability to participate fully in their communities.
Social Security Administration
The Social Security Administration is a federal agency that administers benefits to retired and disabled individuals, to spouses of living beneficiaries, and to child and spousal survivors of deceased individuals eligible for Social Security benefits.
Medicare
Medicare is a federally funded program that provides medical and prescription coverage for seniors and the disabled.
Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA)
IAVA’s veteran care partners are best-in-class in providing support to veterans and veteran families in need. Need mental health care? Financial support? Housing? Our partners are making sure that no veteran is left behind.
DAV
We are dedicated to a single purpose: empowering veterans to lead high-quality lives with respect and dignity. We accomplish this by ensuring that veterans and their families can access the full range of benefits available to them; fighting for the interests of America’s injured heroes on Capitol Hill; and educating the public about the great sacrifices and needs of veterans transitioning back to civilian life.
AARP serves older adults, ages 50 and above, by providing information on topics like health, aging, and employment; by advocating on this community's personal, legislative, and legal issues; and by providing a wealth of services to their members, ranging from a driver safety program to member discounts, to help with independent living and end-of-life issues.
Administration for Community Living
The Administration for Community Living was created around the fundamental principle that older adults and people of all ages with disabilities should be able to live where they choose, with the people they choose, and with the ability to participate fully in their communities.
Social Security Administration
The Social Security Administration is a federal agency that administers benefits to retired and disabled individuals, to spouses of living beneficiaries, and to child and spousal survivors of deceased individuals eligible for Social Security benefits.
Medicare
Medicare is a federally funded program that provides medical and prescription coverage for seniors and the disabled.
Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA)
IAVA’s veteran care partners are best-in-class in providing support to veterans and veteran families in need. Need mental health care? Financial support? Housing? Our partners are making sure that no veteran is left behind.
DAV
We are dedicated to a single purpose: empowering veterans to lead high-quality lives with respect and dignity. We accomplish this by ensuring that veterans and their families can access the full range of benefits available to them; fighting for the interests of America’s injured heroes on Capitol Hill; and educating the public about the great sacrifices and needs of veterans transitioning back to civilian life.
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Our Mission
Sweet Relief Musicians Fund provides financial assistance to all types of career musicians and music industry workers who are struggling to make ends meet while facing physical or mental health issues, disability, or age-related problems.
Sweet Relief Musicians Fund provides financial assistance to all types of career musicians and music industry workers who are struggling to make ends meet while facing physical or mental health issues, disability, or age-related problems.
